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It's easy to measure greatness in victories, trophies and championships. But what about standing up to prejudice and people who think the color of your skin makes you less worthy? What about going about your business in the face of death threats? What about keeping your faith and dignity when you are denied the opportunity to stand on Victory Lane as a winner? Wendell Scott is finally in the NASCAR Hall of Fame. It is a moment everyone should cherish, not just the folks who are smitten by left-hand turns. Much like his career, it was a slow grind and a challenge to get to the grand stage. He fell short of votes for several years, a process I didn't quite understand given...

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